Tari Eason has tallied 2.3 personal fouls per game since the start of last season, ranking him as one of the highest-fouling players in the NBA (77th percentile).This matchup is a strong one for threes; their opposition have put up the 9th-highest three percentage in the NBA this year (36.1%).The Pelicans have played at the 6th-most sluggish pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to reduce plays for the Rockets.The Houston Rockets have been the 3rd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA when playing at home this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate additional opportunities for scoring and assists).
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